Royce White responds to domestic violence allegations

Former Rocket Royce White made headlines Wednesday when TMZ reported that he was being investigated for domestic violence.

On Thursday, White released a statement through his lawyer:“Royce has seen today’s media reports that law enforcement in Texas is investigating claims of domestic violence by a terminated and disgruntled former employee of his charitable organization. Royce vehemently denies the allegations and is looking forward to a speedy and just resolution of these unfortunate and unfair claims. It is all too easy to make allegations, especially when directed at a person who is in the public eye. Royce hopes that the media will be equally attentive when these allegations ultimately are rejected.”

The original report from TMZ states:
“According to law enforcement, records show someone called 911 on June 22, 2013 to report a laceration above Tania’s (Mehra) right eye. Cops say at the time, Tania claimed she suffered the injury from an “accidental fall.”

But Tania changed her tune last week … and filed an incident report in which she claims she LIED on the night of the incident — and says in reality, Royce is to blame for her injury.

Also: “The victim stated that White had assaulted her after she became angered by his advances toward her friend.”

No charges have been filed against White.

White was the 16th overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft for the Rockets. He was traded in July to Philadelphia.

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2012: Royce White, first round, 16th overall

Due to his anxiety issues, White didn't play in an NBA game during his short stint with the Rockets. On March 21, 2014, White made his NBA debut with the Sacramento Kings. less

2012: Royce White, first round, 16th overall

Due to his anxiety issues, White didn't play in an NBA game during his short stint with the Rockets. On March 21, 2014, White made his NBA debut with the ... more

Photo: Nick de la Torre / Chronicle

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2011: Chandler Parsons, second round, 38th overall

In three seasons, the small forward has shown All-Star potential.

2011: Chandler Parsons, second round, 38th overall

In three seasons, the small forward has shown All-Star potential.

Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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2006: Steve Novak, second round, 32nd overall

When healthy, the forward is one of the league's top 3-point shooters.

2006: Steve Novak, second round, 32nd overall

When healthy, the forward is one of the league's top 3-point shooters.

Photo: Rocky Widner / NBAE/Getty Images

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2006: Rudy Gay, first round, 8th overall

On draft night, the Rockets traded the UConn product, along with Stromile Swift, to the Grizzlies for Shane Battier. The swingman currently plays for the Kings.

2006: Rudy Gay, first round, 8th overall

On draft night, the Rockets traded the UConn product, along with Stromile Swift, to the Grizzlies for Shane Battier. The swingman currently plays for the Kings.

Photo: Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images

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2002: Yao Ming, first round, 1st overall

The Great Wall was an eight-time All-Star during his injury-plagued career. Yao retired following the 2010-11 season.

2002: Yao Ming, first round, 1st overall

The Great Wall was an eight-time All-Star during his injury-plagued career. Yao retired following the 2010-11 season.

Photo: Nick de la Torre / Chronicle

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2001: Jason Collins, first round, 18th overall

Collins never played for the Rockets as he and Richard Jefferson were traded on draft night to the Nets for Eddie Griffin. Collins has played for six teams during his 13-year career. In April 2013, he came out as the first openly gay active male athlete in the four major pro sports leagues. less

2001: Jason Collins, first round, 18th overall

Collins never played for the Rockets as he and Richard Jefferson were traded on draft night to the Nets for Eddie Griffin. Collins has played for six teams ... more

Photo: Andrew D. Bernstein / NBAE/Getty Images

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1998: Cuttino Mobley, second round, 41st overall

Cat Mobley was a fan favorite during his six seasons with the Rockets. Along with his buddy, Steve Francis, Mobley was traded to the Magic for Tracy McGrady during the 2004 offseason. A heart condition ended his 11-year career in 2010. less

1998: Cuttino Mobley, second round, 41st overall

Cat Mobley was a fan favorite during his six seasons with the Rockets. Along with his buddy, Steve Francis, Mobley was traded to the Magic for Tracy McGrady ... more

Photo: Karen Warren / Chronicle

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1998: Bryce Drew, first round, 16th overall

The Valparaiso star's buzzer-beating 3-pointer against Mississippi in the first round of the 1998 NCAA Tournament is one of the most memorable moments in college basketball history. Drew didn't have a memorable moment during his six-year pro career, the first two of which were played in Houston. less

1998: Bryce Drew, first round, 16th overall

The Valparaiso star's buzzer-beating 3-pointer against Mississippi in the first round of the 1998 NCAA Tournament is one of the most memorable moments in college ... more

Photo: J.Pat Carter / Associated Press

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1993: Sam Cassell, first round, 24th overall

The point guard was a key member of the back-to-back title teams. He played in one All-Star Game during his 15-year career.

1993: Sam Cassell, first round, 24th overall

The point guard was a key member of the back-to-back title teams. He played in one All-Star Game during his 15-year career.

Photo: Chronicle file photo

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1992: Robert Horry, first round, 11th overall

Big Shot Bob won the first two of his seven NBA titles with the Rockets. Horry spent the first four years of his 16-year career in Houston. In the summer of 1996, he was traded along with Sam Cassell to the Suns for Charles Barkley. less

1992: Robert Horry, first round, 11th overall

Big Shot Bob won the first two of his seven NBA titles with the Rockets. Horry spent the first four years of his 16-year career in Houston. In the summer of 1996, ... more

Photo: Chronicle file photo

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1985: Sam Mitchell, third round, 54th overall

Mitchell never played for the Rockets during his 13-year career. He served as the head coach for the Raptors for five seasons. In 2006-07, he was named the Coach of the Year. less

1985: Sam Mitchell, third round, 54th overall

Mitchell never played for the Rockets during his 13-year career. He served as the head coach for the Raptors for five seasons. In 2006-07, he was named the Coach ... more

Photo: Rusty Kennedy / Associated Press

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1984: Hakeem Olajuwon, first round, 1st overall

One the best players in NBA history, The Dream is simply the greatest player in franchise history. The UH product led the team to back-to-back championships and was named the 1993-94 MVP. A 12-time All-Star, Olajuwon was a two-time Defensive Player of the Year. He played all but one (2001-02 in Toronto) of his 18 years in Houston. less

1984: Hakeem Olajuwon, first round, 1st overall

One the best players in NBA history, The Dream is simply the greatest player in franchise history. The UH product led the team to back-to-back championships and ... more

Photo: Chronicle file

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1983: Craig Ehlo, third round, 48th overall

Best known for his battles with Michael Jordan, Ehlo played the first three seasons of his 14-year career with the Rockets.

1983: Craig Ehlo, third round, 48th overall

Best known for his battles with Michael Jordan, Ehlo played the first three seasons of his 14-year career with the Rockets.

Photo: Rocky Widner / NBAE via Getty Images

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1983: Ralph Sampson, first round, 1st overall

Teaming with Hakeem Olajuwon to form the Twin Towers, Sampson averaged 15.4 points per game during his Hall-of-Fame, nine-year career, five of which were spent with the Rockets. The four-time All-Star was a key member of the 1986 Finals team, which lost to the Celtics in six games. less

1983: Ralph Sampson, first round, 1st overall

Teaming with Hakeem Olajuwon to form the Twin Towers, Sampson averaged 15.4 points per game during his Hall-of-Fame, nine-year career, five of which were spent ... more

Photo: Chronicle file photo

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1980: Terry Stotts, second round, 38th overall

Stotts, who is the current head coach of the Trail Blazers, never played in the NBA. He has served as the head coach for two other teams: Hawks and Bucks.

1980: Terry Stotts, second round, 38th overall

Stotts, who is the current head coach of the Trail Blazers, never played in the NBA. He has served as the head coach for two other teams: Hawks and Bucks.

Photo: Pat Sullivan / Associated Press

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1977: Robert Reid, second round, 40th overall

The St. Mary's University (in San Antonio) product averaged 11.4 points per game during his 15-year career, 10 of which were spent in Houston. Reid played on both the 1981 and 1986 teams, which fell to the Celtics in the NBA Finals. less

1977: Robert Reid, second round, 40th overall

The St. Mary's University (in San Antonio) product averaged 11.4 points per game during his 15-year career, 10 of which were spent in Houston. Reid played on both ... more

Photo: Ron Koch / NBAE via Getty Images

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1976: John Lucas Jr., first round, 1st overall

Luke spent five seasons of his 14-year career with the Rockets. Lucas has served as the head coach of three teams: Spurs, 76ers and Cavaliers. His son, John Lucas III, played two seasons (2005-06, 2006-07) with the Rockets. less

1976: John Lucas Jr., first round, 1st overall

Luke spent five seasons of his 14-year career with the Rockets. Lucas has served as the head coach of three teams: Spurs, 76ers and Cavaliers. His son, John ... more

Photo: Vernon Biever / NBAE via Getty Images

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1974: Bobby Jones, first round, 5th overall

The North Carolina product never played for the Rockets as he opted to begin his 12-year pro career in the ABA. A five All-Star and the 1982-83 Sixth Man of Year award winner, Jones (24) shown here blocking a shot by Caldwell Jones, was an 11-time member of the All-Defensive team. less

1974: Bobby Jones, first round, 5th overall

The North Carolina product never played for the Rockets as he opted to begin his 12-year pro career in the ABA. A five All-Star and the 1982-83 Sixth Man of Year ... more

Photo: Jerry Wachter / Sports Illustrated/Getty Images

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1971: Mike Newlin, second round, 24th overall

Newlin averaged 14.9 points per game during his 11-year career, eight of which were with the Rockets.

1971: Mike Newlin, second round, 24th overall

Newlin averaged 14.9 points per game during his 11-year career, eight of which were with the Rockets.

Photo: Dick Raphael / NBAE via Getty Images

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1970: Calvin Murphy, second round, 18th overall

Murph averaged 17.9 points per game during his 13-year (all with the Rockets), Hall of Fame career. He finished his career as an 89-percent free-throw shooter. He currently serves as a studio analyst for Rockets' broadcasts.
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1970: Calvin Murphy, second round, 18th overall

Murph averaged 17.9 points per game during his 13-year (all with the Rockets), Hall of Fame career. He finished his career as an 89-percent free-throw shooter. ... more

Photo: Chronicle file photo

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1970: Rudy Tomjanovich, first round, 2nd overall

Rudy T played his entire 11-year career with the Rockets. The Michigan product was a five-time All-Star. During the 1991-92 season, Tomjanovich became the Rockets coach. He would lead the team to back-to-back titles (1993-94, 1994-95) during his 12-year run. less

1970: Rudy Tomjanovich, first round, 2nd overall

Rudy T played his entire 11-year career with the Rockets. The Michigan product was a five-time All-Star. During the 1991-92 season, Tomjanovich became the ... more

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1968: Rick Adelman, seventh round, 79th overall

A point guard for the San Diego Rockets from 1968 to 1970, Adelman would go on to coach the team for four seasons (2007-08 to 2010-11.) In Adelman's first season at the helm, the Rockets won 22-straight games, the third longest streak in NBA history. less

1968: Rick Adelman, seventh round, 79th overall

A point guard for the San Diego Rockets from 1968 to 1970, Adelman would go on to coach the team for four seasons (2007-08 to 2010-11.) In Adelman's first ... more

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1968: Elvin Hayes, first round, 1st overall

The Big E, a UH product, played seven of his 16-year, Hall of Fame career with the Rockets.

1968: Elvin Hayes, first round, 1st overall

The Big E, a UH product, played seven of his 16-year, Hall of Fame career with the Rockets.

Photo: Chronicle file photo

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1968: Stu Lantz, third round, 23rd overall

Lantz played four seasons with the Rockets and scored a career-best 20.6 points per game during the 1970-71 campaign. Lantz has served as the Lakers color commentator since 1987. less

1968: Stu Lantz, third round, 23rd overall

Lantz played four seasons with the Rockets and scored a career-best 20.6 points per game during the 1970-71 campaign. Lantz has served as the Lakers color ... more

Photo: Jill Ann Spaulding / FilmMagic

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1967: Pat Riley, first round, 7th overall

Riley spent the first three seasons of his nine-year playing career with the San Diego Rockets. In 1994, the coaching legend and his Knicks fell to the Rockets in the Finals.
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1967: Pat Riley, first round, 7th overall

Riley spent the first three seasons of his nine-year playing career with the San Diego Rockets. In 1994, the coaching legend and his Knicks fell to the Rockets in the ... more